AHN Journey
Spring 2027
Europe: The northern Arc
Art - Faith - History - Pilgrimage - Rest - Community - Good coffee
—————The invitation—————
Europes history is a story of civilizations layered on top of each other, and encountering those layers in person teaches us to see our world with greater humility, compassion and spiritual depth.
Our first AHN group Journey to the UK in 2025 left us changed and hungry for more. We’re continuing to explore this remarkable world, these amazing cities and a travel experience centered around art, faith, history, pilgrimage, reflection and community. We would love for you to consider joining us for this new thoughtfully curated trip throughout Europe with Art House North this Spring!
For our next journey we’re moving into broader Europe- New cultures, new languages, new foods, beautiful landscapes, Dutch tulips in season, world renowned art, architecture and stories.
We’ve chosen 4 favorite European cities in 4 countries that have a legacy of art, faith & beauty: Bruges, Haarlem/Amsterdam, Prague and ending in the stunning city of Vienna. This is Europes ‘Northern Arc’.
As we’ve said before, this isn’t a 10 cities in 10 days kind of sightseeing trip. We’ve built time in each stop for your own exploration at a slower pace & wandering, or what we call ‘culture hikes’. Plus we’ll gather together for a few meals and times of reflection- including a concert with Sara Groves in a historic location in Prague!
We’d love to share it all with you on this journey together this Spring!
Troy, Sara & The Art House Team
Your Curated Art House Tour Includes:
10 nights handpicked accommodations
11 breakfasts
4 group dinners, 1 lunch
12 admissions to tours & experiences
Exclusive Art House North group gatherings
Expert Tour Director & local guides
Private deluxe motor coach & vintage sleeper train
Cost (Airfare Not included)
Itinerary (11 DAYS):
Wednesday, March 31
Brussels, Belgium - Check in to Hotel Pullman Brussels Centre Midi, private welcome dinner together and trip briefing.
Thursday, April 1
Bruges, Belgium - Private coach transfer from Brussels to Bruges, guided overview of main sights ending with chocolate making and tasting demonstration. Check in to Hotel Crown Plaza Bruges.
Friday, April 2
Bruges, Belgium - Free day at leisure, dinner together at a local restaurant followed by Art House North gathering.
Saturday, April 3
Haarlem, Netherlands - Coach to Royal Delft Pottery tour with overview of the city. Coach ride through picturesque Netherlands low country region to Haarlem with visit to Corrie Ten Boom House Museum. Check into Van der Valk Hotel. Evening free to grab dinner, roam Haarlem or rest.
Sunday, April 4
Haarlem/Amsterdam, Netherlands - Train to Amsterdam, admission to Van Gogh Museum, admission to Anne Frank House, evening canal waterway cruise. Make way back to Haarlem for dinner together and Art House North talk-back session: Faithfulness and Courage in the Shadow of Violence.
Monday, April 5
Amsterdam/Lisse/Zaandam, Netherlands - Coach to Keukenhoff Gardens, the worlds largest tulip garden. Coach to Zaandam for Zaanse Schanse Dutch heritage village visit. Coach to Amsterdam Grand Central Station to board European Sleeper Train across Northern Europe to Prague. 2, 3 and 4 bunk rooms available (limited). Breakfast and beautiful views of the Elbe Valley included! *note - there are not enough individual rooms for everyone or every couple to have their own private compartment. These are all individual sleeper bunk spaces but you may be in proximity of someone else in our group.
Tuesday, April 6
Prague, Czech Republic - Coach from train station to lunch in city square. Short guided walk to view main sites: Astronomical Clock, Wenceslas Square, Velvet Revolution Memorial. Check into McGallery Hotel. Free evening at leisure for dinner, roam Prague or rest.
Wednesday, April 7
Prague, Czech Republic - Free day at leisure with optional added fee 1/2 day guided photo excursion with professional photographer to the countryside or included Mucha Museum. Wrap the day with an exclusive Art House North evening concert with Sara Groves!
Thursday, April 8
Vienna, Austria - Private Coach to Vienna with lunch stop and visit in the city of Cesky Krumlov. Optional added fee Baroque Castle Theater tour. Arrive Vienna, check into Hotel Am Konzerthaus. Free evening at leisure.
Friday, April 9
Vienna, Austria - Guided walk from hotel to city center. Admission to Mozart House and admission to Hofburg Palace and Sisi Museum. Final private dinner together & reflection time in town followed by Vienna Symphony concert at the Schoenbrunn Palace.
Saturday, Apil 10
Check out of hotel and utilize local transport or taxi/rideshare to travel to your departure city airport.
*The AHN Journeys 2027 Europe: The Northern Arc itinerary is subject to change: Travel can be full of surprises and we will work to deliver meaningful experiences on this trip. We also recognize the need to be flexible enough to take advantage of whatever comes along (positive or negative). Uncompleted portions of the tour itinerary are not cause for refunds.
*Continental breakfasts provided each morning at hotels.
*Tips for the tour manager, and touring coach driver are included.
*All ground and rail travel provided beginning at Brussels hotel (except for short public train transport Haarlem to Amsterdam and back).
FAQ’S
We will be adding more to this space as questions come in!
Is this trip for artists or Art House North community only? No! All are welcome and regardless of your creative or non-creative pursuits. We have curated an enjoyable and meaningful journey for anyone interested in some or all of the following: Art - Faith - History - Pilgrimage - Meaning - Rest - Reflection - Inspiration - Community - Good Food & Fun!
When should I arrive and depart? As noted, airfare is not included so you can arrive anytime and into any city. Some may want to arrive early and stay late, some use points for travel, that is up to you. We would suggest arriving a day or two early to adjust to the local time, explore the city at your own pace and avoid stress on the first day of your planned itinerary. Most will book a multi-city flight and fly into Brussels and depart from Vienna.
Do I have to attend all the planned stuff? No! You’re invited to be a part of as much or little as you want. It’s understandable if you’d rather lay low, explore more on your own, find yourself far from our planned meal together and just grab a bite on your own. It’s completely at your discretion.
How should I pack? Pack light if you can. While we do have door to door transport between cities and hotels, there may be lengthy walks here and there, across cobblestone streets, walking tours, etc...
How active is this trip? This trip rates a 6 out of 10 on an activity level IF you join all the things, including an optional photography excursion with some hiking involved. But again, you can decide what to be a part of and what to sit out on, so it could rate a 1 out of 10 if you so choose.
Will there be a line-by-line travel book? We will email a final digital version and have printed travel details for you with all times, addresses, etc.
Should I purchase additional travel insurance? Because of the unpredictability of international travel these days, insurance is recommended for trips costing more than $1,000. For more information on travel insurance, take a peek here (from our mentor Rick)!
IMPORTANT - Do I need a passport? Yes, definitely. Every traveler needs a passport. And because of long wait times, we’d suggest updating or starting the process for updating your current passport or getting your first one. It is wise to have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months after your date of departure from the country you will be visiting. In the Schengen zone, (where this trip is planned) it must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. You should check the passport validity requirements for each additional country if you’re headed for more. You can apply for a passport at a post office, library or local passport/government office. Allow 4-6 weeks for processing, but expedited service is available for an additional fee.
IMPORTANT - Do I need any other travel documents? Yes. There is a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) required for all US citizens to travel to the UK and between countries in Europe. Apply for at ETA here. It’s easy and only costs £16 (about $22) and it lasts 2 years.
Have more questions? Let us know what you need and how we can help. Email questions to: journeys@arthousenorth.com .
Payment details & Due Dates:
There are two ways to pay.
1.Pay by CREDIT CARD:
Deposit/Reserve (for all travelers, single or double occupancy): $1,250 + 3.5% transaction fee - due by June 30 11:59pm CST
Balance - Double Occupancy (per person): $3,225 + 3.5% transaction fee - due by September 30 11:59pm CST
Balance - Single Occupancy: $4,625 + 3.5% transaction fee - due by September 30 11:59pm CST
2.Pay by CHECK:
To avoid the transaction fee, mail a check payable to “Art House North Journeys” at the prices above, without the transaction fee.
Mail to:
Art House North/Troy Groves
793 Armstrong Ave West
St Paul, MN 55102
IMPORTANT: If paying by CHECK - Please mail deposit check within 7 days of registration. Your CHECK registration will be held for 7 days, then released to another interested traveler.
If paying by CHECK you will still need to click through on “Europe Spring 2027 Deposit” below, enter your information, and use the code “CHECK” at checkout so we can gather necessary info and reserve your spot. Due dates remain the same.
Cancellation policy:
Deposit:
Deposit fully refundable within 30 days of purchase or until June 30 11:59pm CST
50% of deposit refundable up to July 30 11:59pm CST
Deposit non-refundable after July 30 11:59pm CST
Balance:
Balance fully refundable up through October 30 11:59pm CST
50% of balance refundable up through November 30 11:59pm CST
Balance non-refundable after November 30 11:59pm CST
Waiver of Liability
Please sign, scan and email to journeys@arthousenorth.com at registration. Each individual traveling will need to sign separate waivers. You may also mail in signed waivers with your deposit check.
This price reflects a $1,250 deposit + 3.5% transaction fee. You can register up to 2 people at a time. If you have more than 2 in your group, register the people who will be sharing a room together and the others separately.
This price reflects a $3,225 balance + 3.5% transaction fee.
This price reflects a $4,625 balance + 3.5% transaction fee.
WAITLIST
If the deposit & registration product is out of stock but you are still interested, please fill out this form so we know how to contact you in case spots open up.